FLORESVILLE, Texas -- Repairs are half way done at Floresville High School.
Five months ago a tornado hit the town, causing major damage to homes and businesses.
This was part of the same weather incident that caused deadly floods throughout Texas back in October.
Floresville will never forget what 120 mph winds can do.
"That type of wind damage can cause roofs to collapse, large trees to uproot," said TWC News Meteorologist Emily Borchard.
The EF-2 tornado that ripped through Floresville left its biggest mark on the high school.
"The estimated damage is currently at $3 million, but we're still repairing," said superintendent Sherri Bays.
The key word is repairing.
Four out of eight buildings damaged are fixed, and the rest will be ready soon.
"We are moving into two of them in April, we have another one in May, and the building that sustained the most damage the 300-400 wing, all of the structural damage has been repaired," Bays said.
The district's insurance will soak up most of the cost, but Floresville wouldn't be so far along if it weren't for the community support.
"There's been a huge outpouring of support from not only our community, but the surrounding communities in the way of monetary donations as well as teacher supplies, student supplies, even support and assistance for some of our families who were affected by the tornado. It's ironic sometimes how a crisis can bring out the very best in a group of people," said Bays.
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